The campus will remain closed until 12 noon Thursday, 02/13/25. Students should log into Canvas for specific class information from their instructors. Please contact event organizers for information on specific activities. Normal operations will resume at 12pm on Thursday.
Our team will keep the most up-to-date forms here. If you have any additional questions please contact us.
Guide to CPT >>> Use this document to request CPT. It contains information about CPT, the application process, and the forms and documents required to receive CPT authorization.
Guide to OPT >>> Use this document to request OPT. It contains information about OPT, the application process, and the forms and documents required to apply for OPT authorization. You will also need USCIS Form I-765 – see below.
Guide to OPT STEM Extension >>> Use this document to request the OPT STEM EXTENSION. It contains information about the STEM extension, the application process, and the forms and documents required to apply for authorization. You will also need the USCIS Form I-765- see below. The I-983 is pre-populated & included in this application. The digital form is below.
J-1 Academic Training Guide >>> Use this document if you are on a J-1 visa and seeking employment authorization.
OPT Information Update >>> Use this form while you are on OPT to update the International Programs Office of any changes in your personal or employment information. All OPT updates must be completed online. We no longer accept paper OPT update forms.
Tax Preparation Services >>> If you worked in the U.S. you must file your taxes every year. This document provides a list of local companies that assist with filing taxes. You can also read more on the IRS website.
USCIS Form I-765 >>> U.S. Government’s application for employment authorization, including OPT. Please use the most up to date I-765 by downloading it from USCIS’ website. Please type this form to reduce any errors that could be caused by handwriting it. If applying for OPT, you will also need the Guide to OPT – see above. Please read employment authorization guide for information about how to properly complete this form.
USCIS Form I-983 >>> U.S. Government’s Training plan for OPT STEM Students. This form is required for students applying for the OPT STEM extension. Please see the OPT STEM Extension guide for a pre-populated with LTU information.
USCIS Form G – 1450 >>> U.S. Government’s form used to submit a credit card payment with an I-765 application for OPT or OPT STEM
USCIS Form G – 1145 >>> U.S. Government’s e-notification form that can be submitted with an I-765 application for OPT or OPT STEM
Please note all of these forms require your academic advisor to fill out an online verification.
They should see the Academic Advisor Forms for the direct link for advisors.
F-1 Extension Request >>> Use this form when you need an extension of your program of study. Your academic advisor will need to fill this out; do not fill it out yourself.
J-1 Extension Request >>> Additional form required for students on a J-1 visa who need an extension of their program of study.
Transfer Out Form >>> Use this form when transferring OUT of Lawrence Tech.
Authorization to Disclose >>> Use this form to authorize LTU to release information relating to you as a student at LTU to another individual.
Change of Status Request Form >>> Use this form when changing to F1 status. You must meet with an international advisor to complete this process.
Dependent Request Form >>> Use this form if you would like to add dependents (spouse & children) to your record.
Name and Address Change >>> Use this form if you would like to update your name and/or address.
International Students and SSN >>> Informational handout from the U.S. Social Security Administration explaining what is required for an international student to obtain a Social Security Number.
SS-5 Application for SSN >>> U.S. Social Security Administration’s form to apply for a Social Security Number. The Office of International Programs strongly advises reading the “International Students and SSN” handout — see above.
Required Documents for a Driver’s License >>> From the Michigan Secretary of State’s Office, a list of the various documents that are required to obtain a Michigan driver’s license. Find more information about obtaining a Michigan Driver’s License from the Michigan Secretary of State.
Driving Directions >>> Directions to get to both the Secretary of State’s Office & Social Security Administration Office
Travel Tips >>> Helpful information when traveling abroad.
Travel to Canada >>> Informational handout on how to travel to Canada.
Travel Notification Form >>> Use this form if you are planning to leave the country.
All non-immigrants (except Canadian citizens) are required to possess and keep current a valid passport issued by their country of citizenship. Your passport must be valid 6 months into the future or it is considered a violation of your status. Questions regarding passport renewals, extensions, or replacements should be addressed to the non-immigrant’s embassy or consulate here in the U.S
The I-20 is is officially titled the “Certificate of Eligibility” and is a multi-purpose document issued by LTU certifying that you have been admitted to a full-time study program and that you have demonstrated sufficient financial resources to stay in the U.S. The I-20 form is used for visa application at a U.S. Embassy or Consular Office outside the US and for entry when entering the US.
The I-20 form is extremely important since it legitimizes your presence in the United States and you should keep it in a safe place. This document states the period of time that you may legally remain in the United States.
The Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status, or DS2019 form, is the document that LTU issued upon your admission. The DS2019 form is used for visa application at a U.S. Embassy or Consular Office outside the U.S. and for entry when crossing a border into the United States.
The DS-2019 form is extremely important since it legitimizes your presence in the United States and you should keep it in a safe place. This is the document that states the period of time that you may legally remain within the United States.
A visa is a stamp in the passport issued by a consular officer at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad which will facilitate entry into the U.S. for a specific purpose if presented at the port of entry along with any other necessary visa documents. One cannot obtain visa within the U.S. The visa is generally good for 1, 2, or multiple entries and usually has an expiration date.
Your F1 or J1 visa may expire while you are in the U.S. with no consequences as long as the end date on your I-20 or DS-2019 is still valid. If you depart the U.S. during the middle of your studies, you will need to ensure you have a valid visa in order to re-enter the U.S. If you visa has expired, you will need to renew it while you are at home.
The electronic arrival/departure record (I-94) can be obtained online here. Travelers will still receive an admission stamp in their passport noting the ‘date of admission’, the ‘status admitted in’, and the ‘admitted until’ date. Please note that travelers crossing at land border ports of entry will continue to receive a paper I-94.
Travelers currently in possession of a paper I-94 should surrender it to the commercial carrier or CBP upon departure. For travelers with an electronic I-94 record, CBP will document the departure using information obtained from the commercial carrier.
**The Office of International Programs recommends that all students keep a electronic color copy of all travel documents.**
This website has direct links to all the forms that academic advisors should complete. Students should NOT complete any forms on this page.
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